2018 Audi SQ5

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Rating8.4

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$54,300 - $58,500
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Striking exterior and interior

Average cargo room

Audi completely redesigned the SQ5 for 2018 MY

Vibrant V6 engine

Rear row isn't comfortable

Immersive drive dynamics

Pool of standard features

Specs & Features

$54,300

price

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Audi SQ5 SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Macan S, BMW X3 M40i and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43. Spread across 2 trims, the 2018 Audi SQ5 SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP of $54,300 and carries on to $58,500. Its 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 354 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 5.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 4,400 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the Audi SQ5 SUV manages to get a combined EPA rating of 21 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 8.2 inches. 

The 2018 Audi SQ5 SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Porsche Macan S, BMW X3 M40i and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43. Spread across 2 trims, the 2018 Audi SQ5 SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP of $54,300 and carries on to $58,500. Its 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 354 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 5.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 4,400 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the Audi SQ5 SUV manages to get a combined EPA rating of 21 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 8.2 inches. 

Buying Advice

There is a good chance you will be satisfied with the base Premium Plus trim. There are plenty of features included, like leather seats and a panoramic sunroof. Choosing the Prestige trim would get you Virtual Cockpit and other extra features at an additional $4,200.

Trims

    Premium Plus
    $54,300 onwards
    • 20-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Alcantara simulated suede Seat trim
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Prestige
    $54,300 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 354 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$54,300- $58,500

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.41

Horsepower

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

7.67

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267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

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Gasoline

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306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

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Gasoline

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273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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Gasoline

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273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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Gasoline

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258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

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260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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269 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

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2018 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2018 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #3

    5.1 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    3.6 sec-115 mph
    2018 BMW X3

    Ranked #2

    4.7 sec13.2 sec155 mph
    5.36 sec-155 mph
    5.36 sec--
    5.9 sec14.5 sec126 mph

    2018 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2018 Audi SQ5

      Ranked #6

      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.257.4/376.2 mi.
      31 mpg28 mpg30 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/481.6 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.396/522 mi.
      2018 BMW X3

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg17.2 gal.378.40/498.80 mi.
      2018 Audi Q5

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg27 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/499.5 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg16.6 gal.365.2/448.2 mi.

      2018 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2018 Audi SQ5

        Ranked #16

        183.9 in.74.5 in.65.3 in.8.2 in.111.2 in.
        2018 Audi Q7

        Ranked #1

        199.6 in.77.5 in.68.5 in.8 in.117.9 in.
        196.9 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.7.9 in.109.8 in.
        196.2 in.77.7 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        195.7 in.78.7 in.73 in.8.7 in.115 in.
        2018 BMW X5

        Ranked #5

        192.4 in.76.3 in.69.4 in.8.2 in.115.5 in.

        2018 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2018 Audi SQ5

          Ranked #17

          26.8 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          20.3 cu.ft.-51 cu.ft.
          17.7 cu.ft.-53 cu.ft.
          7.5 cu.ft.114 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.
          --56.5 cu.ft.

          2018 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2018 Audi SQ5

            Ranked #1

            -26.8 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            7.6 cu.ft.34.4 cu.ft.7.6 cu.ft.-
            93.2 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            2018 Audi Q7

            Ranked #4

            3.7 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.71.6 cu.ft.-
            33.5 cu.ft.37.2 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.73 ft.
            56.5 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-

            2018 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2018 Audi SQ5

              Ranked #9

              4400 lbs.1334 lbs.4321 lbs.
              10330 lbs.1070 lbs.4905 lbs.
              8201 lbs.1841 lbs.4751 lbs.
              6600 lbs.1631 lbs.4650 lbs.
              2018 BMW X5

              Ranked #4

              5952 lbs.1110 lbs.4680 lbs.
              5291 lbs.1228 lbs.4217 lbs.

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